Investigation EA02025: 1992–1997 Ford Crown Victoria
- Status
- CLOSED
- Opened
- Sep 6, 2002
- Closed
- Jun 30, 2004
- Model years
- 1992–1997
Subject
Speed control deactivation switch fires
Component: Engine and engine cooling
Summary
Based on the low rate of fire incidents (2.5 incidents per 100,000 vehicles sold) where failure of the scds is involved and the age of the vehicles ? 7 to 11 years ? A safety-related defect trend has not been identified and further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that no safety-related defect exists.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.for additional information, see the attached closing report.
An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.
Model years covered
- 1997 Ford Crown Victoria288 complaints
- 1996 Ford Crown Victoria276 complaints
- 1995 Ford Crown Victoria250 complaints
- 1994 Ford Crown Victoria192 complaints
- 1993 Ford Crown Victoria182 complaints
- 1992 Ford Crown Victoria310 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.